Mary Ellen Matthews has captured memorable portraits for 'Saturday Night Live' since 2000, now compiling them in 'The Art of the S.N.L. Portrait.' Her work features hosts and musical guests in playful scenarios, reflecting a humorous side of iconic figures. Despite over a quarter-century of capturing moments, she humorously remarks on the fleeting nature of these images, noting that most viewers only see them for a few seconds. Matthews reflects on prop usage in photos and recalls standout moments like Brian Williams catching a rubber chicken, showcasing her creative process.
"I think the shining moment of the rubber chicken was when I told Brian Williams, 'I'm going to throw you something. Just be ready to catch it.'"
"Recently, I've gone off the rubber chicken. That image didn't make the cut for Matthews's new book, 'The Art of the S.N.L. Portrait.'"
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